Orange County FoodTEC

OUR PROGRAM:

• Career Readiness: Technical Skills & Professional Skills
• Food Industry Recognized Certificates
• Paid On-The-Job Training
• Program Training & Childcare Support For Eligible Participants 

ELIGIBILITY:

To be eligible to participate in the program, you must:

• Be legally authorized to work in the United States
• Be able to participate in the program for 15 weeks
  • 11 weeks of training, 2 days per week, 7 hours per day
  • 4 weeks of paid on-the-job training
• A High School Diploma, or GED/HSE, is highly recommended. Some employers may require a High School Diploma GED/HSE.

PROGRAM STUDENT SUPPORT ELIGIBILITY:

To be eligible to receive program student support to cover the fee of the courses and childcare while participating in the program, you must:

• Meet program eligibility and be enrolled in the program
• Be a resident of the Mid-Hudson Region of New York
• Meet the EOP Economic Eligibility Guidelines Academic Years 2023-2024

Job Outlook     

Food Safety, Manufacturing and Processing

Overall employment of Occupational Health and Safety Specialists and Related Workers is projected to grow 18% percent from 2020 to 2030, with a bright outlook . In addition, the projected annual job openings over the decade are 5,410. Currently, workers in New York earn, on average, $38.37 - $64.53 an hour. Sample of reported job titles include: Occupational Health and Safety Specialists, Food safety Auditor, Quality Assurance Manager, Production Supervisor, Plant manager, Food Safety Compliance assistant, Quality Control technician.

15 Week Workforce Development FAQs

What skills will I gain from participating in the Environmental Food Safety 15-Week Workforce Development training program?

The 15-week workforce development program will provide the knowledge. Skills, industry certificates and on-the-job training necessary to obtain an entry-level job or get promoted to a higher-level position in the food manufacturing and food safety industry.

What type of jobs will I be qualified for once I complete the training program?

Trainees will be qualified for entry level positions as a Occupational Health and Safety Specialists, Food safety Auditor, Quality Assurance Manager,Production Supervisor, Plant manager, Food Safety Compliance assistant, Quality Control technician.

Training & On-the-Job Training Environment

The training will be held in classrooms and labs. The on-the-job training will occur in local food manufacturing facility or processing plant.

Do I earn a certificate, and when will it expire?

A Certificate of Achievement recognized by Orange County FoodTEC will be issued to trainees who complete the program.

Trainees will also have the opportunity to earn industry-recognized certificates from ServSafe and the National Restaurant Association the American, USDA compliance certificates from HAZCOM, HACCP and OSHA. The industry-recognized certificate expiration dates will vary.

In what languages is the training program available?

The training will be offered in English.

Are there qualifications to participate in the 15-week Workforce Development Training?

The training does not have prerequisites.  A High School Diploma or GED/HSE verification may be required by certain employers during the on-the-job training.

Can I receive financial aid or program incentives to participate in this program?

To be eligible to receive program student support to cover the fee of the courses and childcare while participating in the program, you must:

• Meet program eligibility and be enrolled in the program
• Be a resident of the Mid-Hudson Region of New York
• Meet the EOP Economic Eligibility Guidelines Academic Years 2023-2024

Course Objectives

FoodTEC offers low-cost on-site training in hospitality, tourism, restaurant management, catering, event planning, front-of-house, and food safety. This is your chance to learn the skills you need to land your first job or get promoted to a higher-level position in the food safety industry. Help is available for students who need financial assistance or childcare.

This comprehensive workforce development program is designed to equip participants with the essential skills, industry-recognized certifications, and practical experience necessary to excel in the dynamic fields of hospitality and tourism. Through a structured curriculum and hands-on training, students will gain technical expertise, professional skills, and the confidence to thrive in these industries.

Upon successful completion of this program, trainees will be able to:

• Demonstrate a variety of practical skills required for entry-level positions in the Food Safety and processing manufacturing industry
• Obtain basic training and certifications that increase hiring qualifications

• Gain basic skills needed to be employed as Occupational Health and Safety Specialists, Food safety Auditor, Quality Assurance Manager,Production Supervisor, Plant manager, Food Safety Compliance assistant, Packaging operator. Food Production, Line worker, Quality Control technician.
• Apply knowledge and decision-making skills associated with problem-solving, creative and critical thinking within the field 

Prerequisites

To be eligible to participate in the program, you must:

• Have A High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Be legally authorized to work in the United States
• Be able to participate in the program for 15 weeks
  • 11 weeks of training, 2 days per week, 7 hours per day
  • 4 weeks of paid on-the-job training 

Hospitality & Tourism Curriculum

Week 1: HRT 101
basic computer literacy and soft skills

Week 2: HRT 101 safety/health training

Week 3: HRT 101ServSafe training

Week 4: HRT 101
Leadership in Workplace and Professionalism

Week 5: HRT 101
    Food manufacturing industry and Processing plants
                USDA Standards and compliance  
    HAZCOM Training     

Week 6:  HRT 101
    Lab testing skills ( shelf life, allergens, pH, moisture, consistency, taste

Week 7:  HRT 101
    ServSafe Allergen Training

Week 8:   HRT 101
    OSHA Training

Week 9:    HRT 101
      HACCP Training 

Week 10:  HRT 101                 
                    HACCP Training

Week 11 -  HRT 101
      Final Exam and Lab practical 

Week 12-
Week 15:   HRT 101
On the job training 

Instructors

All instructors are industry professionals trained to deliver the course content. 

Registration and Enrollment

In person at SUNY Orange Newburgh Campus. Scheduled to start Summer 2024.